The Lewitt LCT550 Condenser Microphone is a condenser microphone designed to raise the bar in its class of reference-quality large-diaphragm condenser microphones. This Austrian-designed and engineered pro-mic delivers a smooth, unsurpassably rich and exceptionally nuanced sound, and exhibits a remarkable set of qualities that enthuses even the most discerning users. The LCT 550 excels in a variety of demanding studio applications and stands for unrivalled performance in miking lead and background vocals, drums, percussion instruments, grand pianos, brass and woodwinds, classical music ensembles.
In addition to the standard omni-directional, cardioid and figure-8 polar patterns, the LCT 550 offers a wide-cardioid and super-cardioid characteristic. It offers a dynamic range of 140 dB and is dubbed the quietest microphone in the world for its extremely low self-noise of 0 dB! In combination with two high-pass filters and 4-level switchable pre-attenuation, the LCT 550 provides maximum versatility in all recording situations. Automatic attenuation, key-lock, clipping history, push buttons and a light-up user interface round off the features of this outstanding microphone.
The main features of the Lewitt LCT550 Condenser Microphone include:
- Superior transient response from ultra-thin externally biased, gold-layered low-mass diaphragms for ear-catching realism and authentic sound
- 10 dB self-noise and max SPL of 145 dB for an impressive total dynamic range of 135 dB, providing maximum acoustic presence and clarity
- 3-position switchable pre-attenuation pad (0 dB, 6 dB, 12 dB) for handling extremely high sound pressure levels and 4-position high-pass filter
- Illuminated user interface for quick and easy handling even in dark environments
- Noiseless pushbuttons for quick and easy attenuation and HPF selection
- Clipping history, automatic attenuation and key-lock provide error-free recording and unparalleled ease of use
- Rugged all metal construction for reliable performance onstage and in the studio
- Extra-large hexagonal ruthenium-galvanized steel mesh grille provides an open acoustic environment and prevents unwanted internal reflections
- Immune to electromagnetic interference thanks to transformerless preamplifier circuitry
- Corrosion-resistant gold-plated 3-pin XLR output connector
- Top applications: Lead and background vocals; Acoustic instruments // piano, guitar, drums, percussion, strings; Overhead miking // drums, percussion; Ensembles // choral or orchestral; Room ambiance pick-up // guitar amplifier, drums; Wind instruments // brass and woodwinds; Demanding live and studio applications
- Acoustical operating principle: pressure gradient transducer; externally polarized
- Transducer Ø: 25.4mm
- Frequency range: 20 - 20.000Hz
- Signal / noise ratio: 91 dB-A
- Dynamic range of mic. Amp.: 140 dB-A
- Pre-attenuation pad: 6 dB, 12 dB, switchable
- Rated impedance: < 150 ohms
- Rated load impedance: > 1.000 ohms
- Supply voltage: 48 V + / - 4 V (IEC 61938)
- Current consumption: 5.5 mA (IEC 61938)
- Connector: gold plated 3-pin XLR
- Dimensions: 158 x 52 x 36mm
- Net weight: 425g